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Senior Web Developer

Req number:

R8092

Employment type:

Full time

Worksite flexibility:

Hybrid

Who we are

CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated Senior Web Developer ready to take us to the next level! If you have experience designing, developing, testing, implementing and supporting web and API-based software solutions and are looking for your next career move, apply now.

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Web Developer to design, develop, test, implement, and support web and API-based software solutions for CAI clients. This position will be a full-time contract and hybrid in Chicago, IL.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with a team of application specialists to support enterprise client applications
• Develop and unit test REST web services and web-based solutions using HTTPS technologies
• Utilize tools such as SOAP UI and Postman for API development, testing, and validation
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions that align with established development standards
• Create and maintain code documentation and technical design documentation
• Develop both backend and frontend components for web-based applications
• Resolve software defects in a timely and thorough manner
• Participate in application and network performance tuning activities
• Assess, prioritize, and triage issues based on business impact and urgency
• Escalate issues to management when appropriate
• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously while ensuring project timelines and deliverables are met
• Participate in cross-training initiatives and knowledge-sharing activities across teams
• Quickly learn new applications, technologies, and systems introduced into client environments
• Promote teamwork, collaboration, and effective communication among CAI and client team members
• Deliver high-quality, defect-free solutions that align with industry standards and application best practices
• Analyze and assess vendor-released application upgrades and enhancements

What You'll Need

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience as a Programmer Analyst, Software Developer, IT Consultant, or similar role
• Strong experience with Java
• Strong experience with Angular 13
• Strong experience with Spring Boot
• Strong experience with Spring Data JPA
• Strong experience with Spring Framework
• Strong experience with Spring Security
• Strong experience with Hibernate
• Strong experience with Maven
• Strong experience with Bootstrap
• Strong experience with Oracle databases
• Strong experience with JBoss
• Experience using GitLab
• Experience using SQL Developer and Toad
• Experience using JIRA
• Experience using JBoss Cruise Control
• Experience using Eclipse
• Experience developing and testing RESTful APIs and web services
• Experience with SOAP UI and Postman
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong client-facing and customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Sound decision-making skills with the ability to seek guidance when needed
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team

Preferred:

• Experience with payment processing systems
• Experience with AWS cloud technologies
• Experience supporting large-scale enterprise applications
• Experience with performance tuning and application optimization
• Experience working in consulting or client services environments

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards
• Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.
• Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor

Reasonable accommodation statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824 – 8111.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Computer Aid, Inc.(CAI) not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. It is also the policy of CAI to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

Employees and applicants of CAI will not be subject to harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited.

$100 - $115 per hour

The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.